Regional Category Manager for Plant Supplies - Remote

Overview

Join Continental as the America Regional Category Manager for Plant Supplies in a flexible working environment, contributing to innovative procurement strategies in the automotive industry.

In Short

• Manage the category of Plant Supplies & IT for the America region.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive portfolio strategy.
• Lead negotiations and manage global contracts.
• Provide escalation support for supply issues.
• Share market insights and report on category performance.
• Collaborate with other departments on projects.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers as needed.
• Ensure a customer-oriented approach to meet factory needs.
• Fluency in English is required; German or French is a plus.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing, with at least 1 year in the automotive industry.
• Expertise in Purchasing Portfolio Management and contractual agreements.
• Strong negotiation experience with RFQs and offer analysis.
• Proficient in Risk Management.
• Ability to work effectively within a remote team.
• Proficient in Microsoft tools (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Project management experience is a plus.
• At least 3 years of exposure to international business.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to a global transformation in the automotive industry.
• Flexible working environment.
• Inclusive and discrimination-free workplace culture.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment.